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Index (DJSI), the BMW Group was several times ranked top for the past few years (DJSI, 2014). Indeed, in this indicator the economic, social and ecological activities of a company were assessed. Moreover, according to the BrandZ TOP 100 report, which evaluates the market value of the brand, BMW is steadily among the top three companies in the automotive industry with the market value of $34,214 million in 2014 (The Best 100 Brands, 2014). The corporate strategy of the BMW Group is a cornerstone…

Introduction Coca-cola company is a massive, multinational enterprise that started their activity since 1889. They are aimed at delivering and producing products that will increase their popularity and recognition. They imply new up-to-date technologies and therefore create different products that make them well-known all over the world. The carbonated drink ‘cola’ has been dominated globally in the marketplace of the twentieth century. The main concept that distinguishes their success is the…

It is time to take a deep breath, look towards a goal and starting running! From August 29th through August 31st, Disney will be hosting the huge Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend. Everyone is invited to take part in the variety of events and even those who are not actively participating this weekend can cheer the participants on! This is a popular event as according to Karla Bruning of the webiste runkarlarun, "Last year, 15,872 runners finished the Disneyland Half Marathon and another 7,839…

Background Orange juice has been one of the most popular breakfast beverages that all ages drink. Brazil is the world’s biggest producer of both oranges and orange juice, with more than 95% of its production is sold abroad and the majority of it in the form of orange juice. As regards the consumption of orange juice, Europe and the US are the world’s two largest markets. The biggest threat to Brazilian orange producers is that orange juice has become less popular in Europe and the US as a result…

founded in South Africa, is a company whose most important system of work is to make beer and also accommodates other international brands. The birth of this holding company began in the late 1800’s through Frederick Mead and Charles Glass. They perceived market opportunities in the making of beer and assembled factors of production to exploit in a firm taking many calculated risks in order to make a profit. After many years it became the first industrial company to be listed on the Johannesburg…

Origin of Bajaj Auto Limited: Bajaj Group is among the top 10 business houses in India. Bajaj Auto which is also the flagship company of the group is ranked as the world's 4th largest two- and three- wheeler manufacturing company. Headquartered in Pune, Bajaj auto has plants at 3 locations in India at Pune, Aurangabad & Uttarakhand. The R&D centre is also located in Akurdi in Pune . It manufactures & markets scooters, motorcycles & three-wheeler vehicles and related spare parts Bajaj is…

Leading for Change Assignment Task 1 (BUSM 4395_1660) Foreign Auto Shop Case Study Group Member Details: 1. Aparna Nair: s3483537 - (Group Leader) 2. Brian Herman: s3456091 3. Daniel Ferdian: s3513876 Case Question and Answers 1. What is the usual leadership situation in the auto repair shop (consider the nature of the task, subordinates, and environment)? Describe Alan’s typical leadership style and evaluate whether it is appropriate for the leadership situation. Answer : Alan is…

Innovation in Engineering – Coursework 2 The Automobile Introduction The automobile is considered to be one of the greatest innovations in engineering to date which has changed the lives of people forever. It has made travelling a long distance much faster and as a result the automobile has given people the ability to commute a longer distance for work. The automobile is an innovation which people in the twenty-first century take for granted but this was not the case only a mere one hundred…

In 1937, the government of Germany was under the control of Adolf Hilter from the national Socialist (Nazi) party. The government forms a stated-owned automobile company, known as Volkswagenwerk, or “The People’s Car Company.” Hitler's goals were to develop and mass produce an affordable car. At that time, Hitler's hired an Austrian automotive engineer Ferdinand Porsche. In 1939, it was the first time the vehicle was showed to the public at Berlin Motor Show. Not long after the Berlin Motor Show…

Based on information provided in the case, Ford has many strengths in the U.S. automobile industry, and few weaknesses. Ford’s size and strong recent financial performance are both strengths given Ford’s access to capital. However, it’s greatest strengths lie in customer loyalty, commitment to quality, and a superior ESP program. Ford has competitive customer loyalty rates, which are currently at 46%. This is likely due to Ford’s commitment to quality and productivity, which it prioritizes over…